Can you buy a cheap coffee machine from websites such as bigpond? The short answer is yes, however it may not be the best idea.There is a saying; if something appears too good to be true, it probably is. Yes, these machines are genuine Saeco models, however they are not intended, manufactured, or packaged specifically for the Australian market and have not been imported through approved channels. This is known as ‘grey market importing’.
What this means for you as a consumer is that you may not receive the full product support that you have come to expect from your Saeco purchases. An example of this can be seen as soon as you open the box, if the machine was destined for a market such as Italy, the power supply cable will be different, so will need an adaptor and/or modification. Grey market imports carry very little support from the authorized importers as model and product variations may also not meet mandatory safety and certification requirements specific to each country.
As with any product buying a Saeco coffee machine from an approved importer will ensure the product and associated service will have you enjoying hassle free, great tasting coffee for many years to come instead of leaving a bitter taste in your mouth.
Do your self a favor, research your product and buy from an authorized Saeco distributor.
Saving $100 NOW could cost you much more in the long run!!!
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